Teams from Lincoln Electric System and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management Design Studio are working together on an Information Technology project for LES. This project, the Central Log Analysis System, involves both teams creating software that will allow LES to monitor security logs coming from their web hardware.

Deborah Eagan, LES Security Coordinator, talks about our program: "Design Studio follows tried and true project management practices while developing software. I have found the students to be eager and quite capable. They aren't afraid to tackle something new and dig in to find out how it works. They bring fresh perspective and enthusiasm to the job. It's fun to observe the pride of accomplishment as the project progresses through planning and design to a working prototype. I found the experience valuable and rewarding not only because we hope to receive the results of a successful project but also because we get to watch a team of students developing the skills needed to be successful in the workplace. Many of us recognize that technical skills are only one part of being successful on the job. The ability to collaborate with others is critical to success of a team."

This software will allow LES to be aware of any security violations to their systems. In addition, this software will identify these violations in a matter of minutes; the old system of manual log checking would take several hours. The speed of the C.L.A.S. will increase the level of security at LES, while reducing the workload for the system administrators and reducing system downtime. This unique software system is not available in any store, and can only be custom built by software engineers. The J.D. Edwards Design Studio is a perfect fit